
Barbell Shrugged
New episode every Wednesday! Join the Barbell Shrugged crew in conversations about fitness, training, and frequent interviews w/ CrossFit Games athletes!
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Nov 1, 2019 • 52min
The Numbers Don’t Lie, Strength-Balance Testing – with Dr. Ryan Summers - Active Life Radio #15
Do you know how much should you back squat if you can deadlift 300 pounds? What about how much you should front squat if you back squat 200 pounds? How about this… do you know your 6-rep max strict press on your right arm compared to your left? Or how many 1-arm high pulls you can perform with 33% of your body weight on your right arm compared to your left? If you are scratching your head wondering why we are even asking these questions, listen up! In this episode we’re talking to Dr. Ryan Summers about how a small bias, repeated over and over, could be the reason you are still getting that annoying [insert body part] pain that hasn’t gone away. Plus, Dr. Ryan gives you his top 6 tests to easily assess your strength-balance right from your own gym. About Our Guest: Dr. Ryan Summers is a Physical Therapist, co-owner if Pure Physio and a staff member at ActiveLife. As a DPT, 1-on-1 Coach and ActiveLife seminar staff member he has worked with hundreds of people to get them out of pain without going to the doctor or missing the gym. Minute Breakdown: 7:26 - But my upper trap overactive! 15:40 - How a small miscalculation can lead to pain 22:00 - Why stamina before strength? 34:20 - Balance, not bias -- that’s the goal here 44:48 - The 6 tests to assess your strength-balance Connect with us: To work with an Active Life Coach like Dr. Ryan head to: http://activeliferx.com/shrugged Find Dr. Ryan at @dr.ryan.summers Find Dr. Sean at @DrSeanPastuch ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Show notes: http://www.shruggedcollective.com/alr-summers2 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ► Subscribe to Shrugged Collective's Channel Here http://bit.ly/BarbellShruggedSubscribe 📲 🎧 Listen to the audio version on the Apple Podcast App or Stitcher for Android Here- http://bit.ly/BarbellShruggedApple http://bit.ly/BarbellShruggedStitcher Shrugged Collective is a network of fitness, health and performance shows that help people achieve their physical and mental health goals. Usually in the gym, but outside as well. In 2012 they posted their first Barbell Shrugged podcast and have been putting out weekly free videos and podcasts ever since. Along the way we've created successful online coaching programs including The Shrugged Strength Challenge, The Muscle Gain Challenge, FLIGHT, Barbell Shredded, and Barbell Bikini. We're also dedicated to helping affiliate gym owners grow their businesses and better serve their members by providing owners tools and resources like the Barbell Business Podcast. Find Shrugged Collective and their flagship show Barbell Shrugged here: SUBSCRIBE ON ITUNES ► http://bit.ly/ShruggedCollectiveiTunes WEBSITE ► https://www.ShruggedCollective.com INSTAGRAM ► https://instagram.com/shruggedcollective FACEBOOK ► https://facebook.com/barbellshruggedpodcast TWITTER ► http://twitter.com/barbellshrugged

Oct 30, 2019 • 1h 4min
Training for the Most Elite Warriors on the Planet - USAF Special Operations w/ Lt. Col. Kerns - Barbell Shrugged — Barbell Shrugged #423
The Airmen who make up Air Force Special Ops are the most specialized warriors on the planet. They are the ones other special forces look to when the mission calls for their unique skills and fearless commitment. A job for the mentally tough and physically strong, these elite heroes go where others won’t because they’re trained to do what others can’t. Learn more at http://airforce.com/specialops Lt. Col. Heath J. Kerns is the Commander, 330th Recruiting Squadron, Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. He leads Special Operations Recruiters to scout, develop and guide future Special Warfare Airmen to their combat calling. The 330th Recruiting Squadron is the largest squadron within Air Force Recruiting Service and its mission spans the entire globe. Lieutenant Colonel Kerns grew up in Kansas City, Missouri and graduated from the United States Air Force Academy in June 2004. He is the second Air Force officer to ever graduate the Brazilian Army Jungle Warfare course and holds advanced qualifications as a military freefall parachutist, combat scuba diver, and air traffic controller. Lieutenant Colonel Kerns served two tours as a Joint Terminal Attack Controller in Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom and deployed extensively throughout Southern Command, Pacific Command, and Africa Command in support of Special Operations. In this episode of Barbell Shrugged, Anders Varner and Doug Larson discuss: The strength training and performance team in charge of preparing the USAF Special Operations units Choosing to serve and what it means to put the mission first Training to be combat ready Water confidence and training in the most intense environments What it means to trust your brothers in life and death situations And more… Anders Varner on Instagram Doug Larson on Instagram 20 REP BACK SQUAT PROGRAM _______________________________ Please Support Our Sponsors US Air Force Special Operations - http://airforce.com/specialops Savage Barbell Apparel - Save 25% on your first order using the code “SHRUGGED” Organifi - Save 20% using code: “Shrugged” at organifi.com/shrugged WHOOP - Save $30 on 12 or 18 month membership plan using code “SHRUGGED” at checkout _______________________________ One Ton Challenge Find your 1rm in the snatch, clean, jerk, squat, dead, bench. Add them up to find your One Ton Total. The goal is 2,000 pounds for men and 1,200 for women. “What is the One Ton Challenge” “How Strong is Strong Enough” “How do I Start the One Ton Challenge” ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Show notes at: http://www.shruggedcollective.com/bbs-airforce ----------------------------------------------------------------------- ► Subscribe to Barbell Shrugged's Channel Here ► Subscribe to Shrugged Collective's Channel Here http://bit.ly/BarbellShruggedSubscribe 📲 🎧 Listen to the audio version on the Apple Podcast App or Stitcher for Android Here- http://bit.ly/BarbellShruggedApple http://bit.ly/BarbellShruggedStitcher Shrugged Collective is a network of fitness, health and performance shows that help people achieve their physical and mental health goals. Usually in the gym, but outside as well. In 2012 they posted their first Barbell Shrugged podcast and have been putting out weekly free videos and podcasts ever since. Along the way we've created successful online coaching programs including The Shrugged Strength Challenge, The Muscle Gain Challenge, FLIGHT, Barbell Shredded, and Barbell Bikini. We're also dedicated to helping affiliate gym owners grow their businesses and better serve their members by providing owners tools and resources like the Barbell Business Podcast. Find Shrugged Collective and their flagship show Barbell Shrugged here: SUBSCRIBE ON ITUNES ► http://bit.ly/ShruggedCollectiveiTunes WEBSITE ► https://www.ShruggedCollective.com INSTAGRAM ► https://instagram.com/shruggedcollective FACEBOOK ► https://facebook.com/barbellshruggedpodcast TWITTER ► http://twitter.com/barbellshrugged

Oct 29, 2019 • 1h 13min
Bro Science with Dean Guedo — Real Chalk #99
I met Mr. Dean Guedo at the Spartan world championships in Lake Tahoe this year. I was interested to talk to him because himself and a partner started a new company called “Stronger Experts.” This company does a variety of testing on some of the best athletes in the world while simultaneously uploading the data and videos to a platform which qualifies for continuing education credits. Pretty awesome if you need those to keep your certification valid. It’s also great because you don’t have to travel. Anyway, in this convo I try to bring up a ton of basic meathead-ish questions to shine some light on in his own words. It’s fun to geek out sometimes, but sometimes it’s more fun to chat the basics. Hope you love it. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Show notes: http://www.shruggedcollective.com/rc-guedo ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ► Subscribe to Shrugged Collective's Channel Here http://bit.ly/BarbellShruggedSubscribe 📲 🎧 Listen to the audio version on the Apple Podcast App or Stitcher for Android Here- http://bit.ly/BarbellShruggedApple http://bit.ly/BarbellShruggedStitcher Shrugged Collective is a network of fitness, health and performance shows that help people achieve their physical and mental health goals. Usually in the gym, but outside as well. In 2012 they posted their first Barbell Shrugged podcast and have been putting out weekly free videos and podcasts ever since. Along the way we've created successful online coaching programs including The Shrugged Strength Challenge, The Muscle Gain Challenge, FLIGHT, Barbell Shredded, and Barbell Bikini. We're also dedicated to helping affiliate gym owners grow their businesses and better serve their members by providing owners tools and resources like the Barbell Business Podcast. Find Shrugged Collective and their flagship show Barbell Shrugged here: SUBSCRIBE ON ITUNES ► http://bit.ly/ShruggedCollectiveiTunes WEBSITE ► https://www.ShruggedCollective.com INSTAGRAM ► https://instagram.com/shruggedcollective FACEBOOK ► https://facebook.com/ barbellshruggedpodcast TWITTER ► http://twitter.com/barbellshrugged

Oct 27, 2019 • 57min
How to Get Strong as a CrossFitter, Dominating the Bottom of the Squat, and Quick GainZ in the Deadlift - The Barbell Life
I’ve said it time and time again – these podcasts are my favorites. I love it when we get to answer questions from listeners. We got to all sorts of questions on this one, and you’ll come out with a take-away regardless of whether you’re a powerlifter, weightlifter, CrossFitter, serious athlete, average Joe, young rookie, or old veteran like me. And a lot of what we talk about has to do with combining multiple aspects of fitness. It’s 2018, folks! So many people now want to do CrossFit, powerlifting, weightlifting, cardio, bodybuilding – they want to do it all. So check out the podcast to learn a little about combining different types of training… so that you can do what you want. Travis Mash on Instagram Please Support Our Sponsors Savage Barbell Apparel - Save 25% on your first order using the code “Shrugged” at savagebarbell.com/shrugged Organifi - Save 20% using code: “Shrugged” at organifi.com/shrugged Join the One Ton Challenge Registration is LIVE 12 Month Strength training program to increase your snatch, clean, jerk, squat, dead, bench. Add them up to find your One Ton Total. The goal is 2,000 pounds for men and 1,200 for women. http://onetonchallenge.com/join “What is the One Ton Challenge” “How Strong is Strong Enough” “How do I Start the One Ton Challenge” --------------------------------------------------- Show notes: https://shruggedcollective.com/tbl-qanda --------------------------------------------------- ► Travel thru Europe with us on the Shrugged Voyage, more info here: https://www.theshruggedvoyage.com/ ► What is the Shrugged Collective? Click below for more info: https://youtu.be/iUELlwmn57o ► Subscribe to Shrugged Collective's Channel Here http://bit.ly/BarbellShruggedSubscribe 📲 🎧 Listen to the audio version on the Apple Podcast App or Stitcher for Android Here- http://bit.ly/BarbellShruggedApple http://bit.ly/BarbellShruggedStitcher Shrugged Collective is a network of fitness, health and performance shows that help people achieve their physical and mental health goals. Usually in the gym, but outside as well. In 2012 they posted their first Barbell Shrugged podcast and have been putting out weekly free videos and podcasts ever since. Along the way we've created successful online coaching programs including The Shrugged Strength Challenge, The Muscle Gain Challenge, FLIGHT, Barbell Shredded, and Barbell Bikini. We're also dedicated to helping affiliate gym owners grow their businesses and better serve their members by providing owners tools and resources like the Barbell Business Podcast. Find Shrugged Collective and their flagship show Barbell Shrugged here: SUBSCRIBE ON ITUNES ► http://bit.ly/ShruggedCollectiveiTunes WEBSITE ► https://www.ShruggedCollective.com INSTAGRAM ► https://instagram.com/shruggedcollective FACEBOOK ► https://facebook.com/barbellshruggedpodcast TWITTER ► http://twitter.com/barbellshrugged

Oct 26, 2019 • 1h 19min
What it Takes to Be a Strong Coach" with AJ Roberts - Strong Coach Ep 1
In this special episode, we have AJ Roberts, Chief Revenue Officer at Genesis Digital, the company behind Kartra, Ever Webinar and Webinar Jam. We had a deep dive into everything that it takes on how to become a strong coach, having a support system, delegating, being responsible for your business, being an entrepreneur, and Kartra - the all-in-one platform that's going to change your coaching business forever. Enjoy!

Oct 25, 2019 • 58min
How to HEAL: Translating your thoughts to actions - with Kelly Gores - Active Life Radio #14
Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired? What if you could reduce your medical visits and HEAL yourself simply by changing your outlook? This exact thought is what led our guest, Kelly Gores, to produce and direct HEAL the documentary. This episode discusses how Kelly got started on her journey, questions how well the current healthcare system is truly working and reveals some startling research on how positive thinking and placebo provided better outcomes than medicine alone for cancer patients. If you or someone you know are fighting an uphill battle against the medical system, you don’t want to miss what Kelly has to say. Minute Breakdown: 8:40 - Following what lights you up 19:13 - Healthcare or Sickcare? The active v. passive solution 28:52 - Can a health care coach lower your need for a doctor’s visit? 39:00 - Turning your life around by finding the gift in every problem 47:20 - When to “love from a distance” with those who aren’t ready Please Support our Sponsors Organifi - Save 20% at http://organifi.com/shrugged Ned - Save 15% using the code “SHRUGGED” at http://helloned.com Show resources: For more information on HEAL documentary or to order HEAL the book visit www.Healdocumentary.com HEAL documentary is available on iTunes, Amazon, Vimeo & Netflix Social Media Links: @healdocumentary on IG, Twitter, FB @kellygores on IG & @kellyngores on Twitter & FB Work with an Active Life Coach: http://activeliferx.com/shrugged Find Dr. Sean at @DrSeanPastuch ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Show notes: http://www.shruggedcollective.com/alr-gores ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ► Subscribe to Shrugged Collective's Channel Here http://bit.ly/BarbellShruggedSubscribe 📲 🎧 Listen to the audio version on the Apple Podcast App or Stitcher for Android Here- http://bit.ly/BarbellShruggedApple http://bit.ly/BarbellShruggedStitcher Shrugged Collective is a network of fitness, health and performance shows that help people achieve their physical and mental health goals. Usually in the gym, but outside as well. In 2012 they posted their first Barbell Shrugged podcast and have been putting out weekly free videos and podcasts ever since. Along the way we've created successful online coaching programs including The Shrugged Strength Challenge, The Muscle Gain Challenge, FLIGHT, Barbell Shredded, and Barbell Bikini. We're also dedicated to helping affiliate gym owners grow their businesses and better serve their members by providing owners tools and resources like the Barbell Business Podcast. Find Shrugged Collective and their flagship show Barbell Shrugged here: SUBSCRIBE ON ITUNES ► http://bit.ly/ShruggedCollectiveiTunes WEBSITE ► https://www.ShruggedCollective.com INSTAGRAM ► https://instagram.com/shruggedcollective FACEBOOK ► https://facebook.com/barbellshruggedpodcast TWITTER ► http://twitter.com/barbellshrugged

Oct 23, 2019 • 1h 10min
Training, Traveling the World, and Family with 4x CrossFit Games Athlete, Regan Huckaby — Barbell Shrugged #422
Regan Huckaby is a 4x CrossFit Games Athlete. In 2019 she finished 3rd in the world on Team Invictus. She has competed twice at the CrossFit Games as an individual and two times on a team. Her CrossFit career is even more impressive as she is one of the only competitors to also have a family of 4 in her corner. Being a mom, wife, and professional athlete is not easy. The long hours of training, world travel, and intense schedule make her 2019 trip to the podium even more impressive. We sat down with Regan at the One Ton Challenge at Mr. Olympia in Las Vegas, NV to talk training, world, travel and family on her way to a fifth CrossFit Games. In this episode of Barbell Shrugged, Anders Varner and Doug Larson discuss: Why perfect movement matters The CrossFit season and traveling the world Finding a coach that makes you the best athlete you can be Why your training partners matter Juggling training, family, and being a professional CrossFit athlete And more… Anders Varner on Instagram Doug Larson on Instagram 20 REP BACK SQUAT PROGRAM __________________________________ Please Support Our Sponsors US Air Force Savage Barbell Apparel - Save 25% on your first order using the code “SHRUGGED” Organifi - Save 20% using code: “Shrugged” at organifi.com/shrugged WHOOP - Save $30 on 12 or 18 month membership plan using code “SHRUGGED” at checkout _____________________________________ One Ton Challenge Find your 1rm in the snatch, clean, jerk, squat, dead, bench. Add them up to find your One Ton Total. The goal is 2,000 pounds for men and 1,200 for women. “What is the One Ton Challenge” “How Strong is Strong Enough” “How do I Start the One Ton Challenge” ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Show notes at: http://www.shruggedcollective.com/bbs-huckaby ----------------------------------------------------------------------- ► Subscribe to Barbell Shrugged's Channel Here ► Subscribe to Shrugged Collective's Channel Here http://bit.ly/BarbellShruggedSubscribe 📲 🎧 Listen to the audio version on the Apple Podcast App or Stitcher for Android Here- http://bit.ly/BarbellShruggedApple http://bit.ly/BarbellShruggedStitcher Shrugged Collective is a network of fitness, health and performance shows that help people achieve their physical and mental health goals. Usually in the gym, but outside as well. In 2012 they posted their first Barbell Shrugged podcast and have been putting out weekly free videos and podcasts ever since. Along the way we've created successful online coaching programs including The Shrugged Strength Challenge, The Muscle Gain Challenge, FLIGHT, Barbell Shredded, and Barbell Bikini. We're also dedicated to helping affiliate gym owners grow their businesses and better serve their members by providing owners tools and resources like the Barbell Business Podcast. Find Shrugged Collective and their flagship show Barbell Shrugged here: SUBSCRIBE ON ITUNES ► http://bit.ly/ShruggedCollectiveiTunes WEBSITE ► https://www.ShruggedCollective.com INSTAGRAM ► https://instagram.com/shruggedcollective FACEBOOK ► https://facebook.com/barbellshruggedpodcast TWITTER ► http://twitter.com/barbellshrugged

Oct 22, 2019 • 46min
The CEO of ELEIKO — Real Chalk #98
Eleiko is a world-leading supplier of professional weightlifting, powerlifting and strength training equipment. There’s a strong chance you’ve seen an Eleiko bar in a gym at some point and said, “wow, this is really nice!” And then you actively searched for that bar, every time you returned. They are considered the Ferrari of weightlifting equipment. And after spending a week at the facility in Sweden I could not agree more as to why! The history and energy that floats around the Eleiko facility in Halmstad Sweden is truly unlike anything I have ever experienced before. The process of making a single piece of equipment is so extensive and impressive that it truly looks and feels like a piece of art. I use to love their equipment, but now I am truly obsessed! CEO Erik Blomberg describes the company’s mission — "We work to make people stronger so they can perform better, in sports and in life." ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Show notes: http://www.shruggedcollective.com/rc-eleiko ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ► Subscribe to Shrugged Collective's Channel Here http://bit.ly/BarbellShruggedSubscribe 📲 🎧 Listen to the audio version on the Apple Podcast App or Stitcher for Android Here- http://bit.ly/BarbellShruggedApple http://bit.ly/BarbellShruggedStitcher Shrugged Collective is a network of fitness, health and performance shows that help people achieve their physical and mental health goals. Usually in the gym, but outside as well. In 2012 they posted their first Barbell Shrugged podcast and have been putting out weekly free videos and podcasts ever since. Along the way we've created successful online coaching programs including The Shrugged Strength Challenge, The Muscle Gain Challenge, FLIGHT, Barbell Shredded, and Barbell Bikini. We're also dedicated to helping affiliate gym owners grow their businesses and better serve their members by providing owners tools and resources like the Barbell Business Podcast. Find Shrugged Collective and their flagship show Barbell Shrugged here: SUBSCRIBE ON ITUNES ► http://bit.ly/ShruggedCollectiveiTunes WEBSITE ► https://www.ShruggedCollective.com INSTAGRAM ► https://instagram.com/shruggedcollective FACEBOOK ► https://facebook.com/ barbellshruggedpodcast TWITTER ► http://twitter.com/barbellshrugged

Oct 18, 2019 • 50min
It’s All In Your Head, Kinda - With Dr. Todd Dersham - Active Life Radio #13
Have you ever heard someone use the expression “it’s all in your head” and find yourself wanting to punch them in the face? Yea, us too. In this episode, Dr. Sean talks to Active Life 1 on 1 coach, Dr. Todd Dersham about a particular client he had who was in her own way in regards to her mindset around pain. They discuss how mindset can increase pain or decrease pain and how it plays a role in the recovery cycle. Hint, it’s not in your head, but your head could be in the way of your body. Minute Breakdown: 0-10 - Dr. Sean ate Weed Cookies? 11-20 - How to spot emotional distress on an intake. 21-30 - Should Active Life partner with World Star? 31-40 - What is pain? 41-49 - Why keep working with an Active Life coach after symptoms are gone? ___________________________________ Please Support our Sponsors Organifi - Save 20% at http://organifi.com/shrugged Ned - Save 15% using the code “SHRUGGED” at http://helloned.com US Air Force Special Ops Work with an Active Life Coach: http://activeliferx.com/shrugged Find Dr. Sean at @DrSeanPastuch Find Dr. Todd at @DoctorDersh ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Show notes: http://www.shruggedcollective.com/alr-toddd ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ► Subscribe to Shrugged Collective's Channel Here http://bit.ly/BarbellShruggedSubscribe 📲 🎧 Listen to the audio version on the Apple Podcast App or Stitcher for Android Here- http://bit.ly/BarbellShruggedApple http://bit.ly/BarbellShruggedStitcher Shrugged Collective is a network of fitness, health and performance shows that help people achieve their physical and mental health goals. Usually in the gym, but outside as well. In 2012 they posted their first Barbell Shrugged podcast and have been putting out weekly free videos and podcasts ever since. Along the way we've created successful online coaching programs including The Shrugged Strength Challenge, The Muscle Gain Challenge, FLIGHT, Barbell Shredded, and Barbell Bikini. We're also dedicated to helping affiliate gym owners grow their businesses and better serve their members by providing owners tools and resources like the Barbell Business Podcast. Find Shrugged Collective and their flagship show Barbell Shrugged here: SUBSCRIBE ON ITUNES ► http://bit.ly/ShruggedCollectiveiTunes WEBSITE ► https://www.ShruggedCollective.com INSTAGRAM ► https://instagram.com/shruggedcollective FACEBOOK ► https://facebook.com/barbellshruggedpodcast TWITTER ► http://twitter.com/barbellshrugged

Oct 16, 2019 • 1h 7min
Training and Eating With the Strongest Girl In CrossFit, Kelsey Kiel, Anders Varner, and Doug Larson - Barbell Shrugged
Kelsey Kiel is a collegiate soccer player turned soccer coach. When she graduated in 2009, Kelsey moved into coaching soccer at the youth and collegiate levels. Kelsey stumbled into a CrossFit class in 2014 and the rest is history. After about a year of casual CrossFit life, Kelsey switched over to the competitive side of CrossFit, dialed in her nutrition and worked to tackle her weaknesses. Kelsey is a CF-L1 trainer and enjoys coaching athletes of all skill levels. In this episode of Barbell Shrugged, Anders Varner and Doug Larson discuss: Why Strength is king Transitioning from the party life to full time CrossFit athlete Coaching CrossFitters Programming for the new CrossFit Season Black Iron Nutrition And more… Connect with Kelsey Kiel Anders Varner on Instagram Doug Larson on Instagram 20 REP BACK SQUAT PROGRAM Please Support Our Sponsors Savage Barbell Apparel - Save 25% on your first order using the code “SHRUGGED” Organifi - Save 20% using code: “Shrugged” at organifi.com/shrugged WHOOP - Save $30 on 12 or 18 month membership plan using code “SHRUGGED” at checkout One Ton Challenge Find your 1rm in the snatch, clean, jerk, squat, dead, bench. Add them up to find your One Ton Total. The goal is 2,000 pounds for men and 1,200 for women. “What is the One Ton Challenge” “How Strong is Strong Enough” “How do I Start the One Ton Challenge”